Embracing Community Change through the Arts

Our communities continue to change in their composition of culturally, geographically and socially diverse and access-challenged residents. Looking for ways to broaden your reach? Want to take the initial steps towards systemic change? Join us for this tri-state colloquium exploring best practices and practical planning tools for arts leaders and their community partners in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.

This two-day colloquium will feature sessions with nationally-recognized experts exploring how arts organizations can broaden their reach and include all community facets to advance initiatives. The first day will highlight best practices for embracing these changes through leadership development, decision making, programming, and community involvement. The second day will focus on the practical tools for participating communities to take the initial steps towards a community plan. Register now to be a part of this important conversation.

Community teams of arts leaders, community development and educational leaders, and elected officials are encouraged to attend. Registration includes meals and evening reception for each participant. Dietary restrictions and accessibility needs must be received by April 4, 2013.

From Michigan? Contact Emily Hellmuth to see if you qualify for a scholarship courtesy the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.

The Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities has provided funding to offset attendance costs for Hoosier residents with disabilities. For more information or to apply, contact Kristina Davis at kdavis-smith@iac.in.gov or (317) 232-1279 or via Relay IN at 711 or 800-743-3333.

Presented by: The Indiana Arts Commission, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, and the Ohio Arts Council

Entertainment:Currently touring with Arts Midwest World Fest, Çudamani will perform a vibrant musical and dance repertoire on day 2 of the colloquium that evokes the traditions of their native Bali.

Advisory Committee:To view a complete list of the 16-person advisory committee for Embracing Community Change through the Arts, click here.

Sponsors:Embracing Community Change through the Arts is supported by The Joyce Foundation: Improving the Quality of Life for People in the Great Lakes Region and Across the Country. Learn more at http://www.joycefdn.org/. Additional support is provided by the Indiana Arts Commission, the Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities, the Ohio Arts Council, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, the University of Notre Dame's DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, Arts Midwest, the Notre Dame Center for Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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